New on Netflix: 9 Movies and TV Shows Released Sept 29-Oct 5

Get ready for a week packed with exciting new releases on your favorite streaming platforms. Whether you’re in the mood for a heartfelt drama, a psychological thriller, or a chilling true crime story, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a rundown of what’s coming your way in the next seven days.

“13th” (October 1) on SonyLIV tells the true story of MT Sir, a rebellious educator navigating India’s high-stakes exam world. Gagan Dev Riar stars as the brilliant but unorthodox teacher grappling with setbacks in both career and life. When his former student Ritesh (Paresh Pahuja) returns to help him build a new ed-tech platform, they must navigate personal regrets, educational reform, and the emotional weight of failure and second chances.

“Love is Blind” Season 9 (October 1) on Netflix returns with a new group of singles in Denver, Colorado, ready to test whether love can truly be blind. Participants date without seeing each other, forming deep emotional bonds that lead to surprise proposals. As the couples emerge into the real world, they must confront everyday challenges, compatibility issues, and the pressure of fast-tracked commitment.

“Play Dirty” (October 1) on Prime Video follows master thief Parker (Mark Wahlberg) as he assembles a crew to pull off the heist of a lifetime. What starts as a clean job soon spirals out of control when Parker and his team find themselves pitted against the New York mob, an authoritarian dictator, and extremely high stakes.

“The Game: You Never Play Alone” (October 2) on Netflix is a Tamil psychological thriller starring Shraddha Srinath as a game developer whose ambitious project becomes a living nightmare. After a coordinated cyberattack, she battles both online and real-world threats as dark secrets and masked identities emerge.

“Genie, Make a Wish” (October 3) on Netflix follows a thousand-year-sleeping genie named Iblis (Kim Woo-bin) who is awakened by Ka-young (Bae Suzy), setting off a chaotic turn of events. Ka-young must decide if the magic she’s longing for is worth the price as their bond is tested.

“Monster: The Ed Gein Story” (October 3) on Netflix dives into the chilling life of Ed Gein (Charlie Hunnam), whose crimes redefined the horror genre. The series explores his isolation, psychosis, and relationship with his mother, weaving in figures like Alfred Hitchcock and Alma Reville to explore how Gein’s legacy shaped cinema’s darkest legends.

“Steve” (October 3) on Netflix, based on Max Porter’s novella “Shy,” is a dramatic film set at a reform school in mid-1990s England. Cillian Murphy plays Steve, the headteacher fighting to keep his institution afloat while battling his own mental health, alongside troubled student Shy (Jay Lycurgo). The film explores the balance of control and chaos in a high-pressure environment.

“The Lost Bus” (October 3) on Apple TV+ dramatizes the heroics of bus driver Kevin McKay (Matthew McConaughey) during California’s 2018 Camp Fire. McKay risks everything to lead teacher Mary Ludwig (America Ferrera) and 22 children to safety through smoke, flames, and chaos.

With such a diverse range of content hitting streaming platforms this week, there’s sure to be something that catches your eye. So grab your popcorn, get cozy on the couch, and get ready to dive into these engaging new releases. Happy binge-watching!